EU considers abandoning large sanctions packages due to Greece's blocking of the 21st package. Greece secured an exemption for the company Dynagas, which softened the sanctions regime.
EU will allow Dynagas to continue transporting Russian LNG to third countries for 12 months. A compromise was reached after resistance from Athens, which defended the interests of the Greek shipowner.
US President Donald Trump plans to impose new tariffs on dozens of countries, despite warnings from advisers. This comes amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran.
Chinese regulators are considering restrictions on transferring AI training data abroad and producing chips based on Chinese developments. The new measures could become the most significant update to export controls in recent years.
President Zelenskyy is discussing replacing Oleksandr Syrskyi as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The media names Major General Mykhailo Drapaty as a possible successor.
Presidential Commissioner Vladyslav Vlasiuk stated that discussions around sanctions do not indicate a split in the EU. He expects the adoption of the 21st sanctions package this week and the start of work on the 22nd.
Greece, France, Italy, Germany, Austria and Portugal are blocking or demanding exemptions from the 21st EU sanctions package. Diplomats warn that national economic interests are weakening sanctions policy.
Trump Media & Technology Group offers traders to pay up to $100,000 per month for faster access to Trump's posts on Truth Social. This has sparked a negative reaction on Wall Street due to the impact on markets.
The New Yorker predicts that the war could enter a phase of massive strikes on cities, similar to the Iran-Iraq conflict. Ukraine has intensified strikes on Russian oil refineries, while Russia continues to attack Ukrainian cities.
Trump administration prepares funding for projects in Europe to combat censorship through EU laws. Among the grants, $2 million is allocated to counter DSA and DMA.
A group of people's deputies appealed to the president demanding the dismissal of General Syrskyi. They also propose introducing regular reporting by the military command to the parliament.
President Zelenskyy is considering dismissing the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Syrskyi, following protests over the dismissal of Defense Minister Fedorov. The protests have escalated into a campaign against Syrskyi.
Financial Times reports that the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi, does not have a clear strategy for victory, relying only on prolonged defense and mobilization. The conflict with the dismissed Minister of Defense Fedorov revealed disagreements in Ukraine's military strategy.
Wheat futures reached a two-year high, but the gains were offset by weak U. S. export data. Russian strikes on Ukrainian ports have reduced a third of grain export capacity.
Greece opposes EU sanctions that would ban the transportation of Russian LNG to protect Dynagas of Greek magnate Prokopiou. Athens' objection delayed the approval of the 21st sanctions package by a week.
Diehl Defence plans to produce Ukrainian FP-5 Flamingo missiles in Germany. The flight range of this weapon exceeds three thousand kilometers.
China has canceled talks with the EU due to trade tensions and rising exports. Brussels is preparing restrictions against Chinese goods and companies.
The FP-7. x interceptor reached an altitude of 25 km during testing. The missile is designed to be fast enough to intercept ballistic missiles.
FP-5 Flamingo missiles struck a factory in Cheboksary. The Ukrainian development has a range of 3,000 km and a payload of up to 1,150 kg.
VTsIOM has stopped releasing open surveys after trust fell to 29. 5%. This is Putin's lowest figure since the start of the full-scale invasion.
Zelenskyy invited Abramovich to Kyiv to organize direct negotiations with Putin. The dictator rejected the proposal for a meeting, despite the oligarch's efforts.
The Aughinish Alumina plant in Ireland legally exports raw materials to the Russian Federation. Authorities are investigating the use of alumina in the production of Russian weapons.
Washington is discussing the deployment of nuclear weapons in new European countries to reassure allies. This would allow more states to host DCA (Dual-Capable Aircraft).
The Danish shipyard Fayard is repairing Russian Arc7 gas carriers despite government protests. It is the only company in the EU providing such services until sanctions are introduced in 2027.
More than half of Russia's shadow fleet is corroding and threatens an environmental disaster. The vessels are over 20 years old, lack insurance and proper maintenance, and should be scrapped.
Fire Point will launch over 200 satellites for a sovereign communication system. The first major batch of spacecraft will be placed into orbit as early as 2027.
Xi Jinping criticized Japan's rearmament at a meeting with Trump. Beijing is dissatisfied with Tokyo's military spending and statements regarding Taiwan.
Xi Jinping told Trump that Putin might regret the invasion of Ukraine. The leaders also discussed cooperation against the International Criminal Court.
Britain and the Gulf states are finalizing free trade negotiations. The deal is expected to contribute up to £3.1 billion annually to the British economy.
Rutte will discuss investments in air defense and missiles with defense companies. The goal is to strengthen Europe and demonstrate to Donald Trump a readiness for spending.
